Imitation of Christ

Named for a fifteenth-century spiritual book, the downtown label Imitation of Christ began as an art project in 2001. Chloe Sevigny and Scarlett Johansson took the runway in feminine, intricately-reworked vintage pieces, modeling for actress-designer Tara Subkoffs early collections. The labels latest incarnation, shortened to just Imitation, was introduced in 2011. Inspired by Coco Chanel and her use of jersey, Subkoff designs "easy-to-wear staples with an edge"think floaty, romantic dresses, crisp blazers, and cropped culottes.